Girl, 15, sexually assaulted by 10 youths

POLICE are hunting for a gang of 10 youths who sexually assaulted a 15-year-old girl in a park.

The terrifying attack happened on Tuesday night at Waterworks Park, Antrim Road, north Belfast, as the teenager and a friend walked near a playground. The park was sealed off yesterday as officers searched for clues. The girl was also being interviewed by police about her ordeal.

Clothing believed to have been ripped from the girl's body during the attack has been recovered from a lake in the park and divers were searching for more items. However, a police spokesman said it was too early to confirm if the clothing was the teenager's. The attack took place around 11pm. The teenager's friend ran to nearby houses to raise the alarm. Politicians in the area said local people had been shocked by the attack.